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Vexpod 200 mg is a drug indicated for the treatment of respiratory infections, gonorrhea,... Patients need to know the uses, dosage and note when using Vexpod 200 mg to achieve effective results. maximum efficiency and avoid unwanted effects.
1. What does Vexpod 200 mg do?
Vexpod medicine has the main ingredient Cefpodoxime 200mg. Cefpodoxime is a 3rd generation cephalosporin antibiotic that is bactericidal against both gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, especially beta-lactamase-producing bacteria.
Cefpodoxime is active against most gram-positive cocci such as pneumococcus, streptococcus, staphylococci with or without beta-lactamase-producing, gram-negative cocci and bacilli. The drug has antibacterial effect against gram-negative bacteria that cause common diseases such as E. coli, Klebsiella, Proteus mirabilis and Citrobacter.
Vexpod treats mild or moderate infections of the lower respiratory tract, including acute community-acquired pneumonia, acute exacerbation of chronic bronchitis caused by susceptible S. pneumoniae and H. influenzae or Moraxella catarrhalis. For mild upper respiratory tract infections such as pharyngitis, tonsillitis, Vexpod often acts as an alternative to the main treatment drugs such as penicillin. Vexpod 200 mg is also indicated in uncomplicated urinary tract infections such as cystitis, pyelonephritis caused by susceptible bacteria such as E-coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Proteus mirabilis or Staphylococcus saprophyticus. In addition, Vexpod is also effective in the treatment of skin and soft tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.
Vexpod treats acute gonorrhea in men and women, without complications, especially when there are symptoms in the anus, rectum, urethra or endometrium in women and urethral symptoms in men.
Vexpod drug is not used in patients with the following conditions:
Allergy, hypersensitivity to Cefpodoxime or components of Vexpod and Cephalosporin antibiotics. People with disorders in milk absorption, lactose deficiency. Pregnant or lactating women
2. Usage and dosage of Vexpod 200 mg
2.1. How to take Vexpod is to be taken orally. Patients should take the entire Vexpod 200 mg tablet, do not chew, break, or crush it because it can reduce the effectiveness of the drug. Patients should take Vexpod during or after meals to increase the absorption of the drug.
2.2. Dosage Adults:
Pharyngitis, tonsillitis: 100mg/time, twice a day for 10 days Acute community-acquired pneumonia: 200mg/time, twice a day for 14 days. Uncomplicated urinary tract infections: 100mg/time, twice a day for 7 days Skin and soft tissue infections: 400mg/times, twice a day for 7-14 days. Uncomplicated acute gonococcal disease: use a single dose of 200 mg. Children:
Acute otitis media: 10 mg/kg/day for 10 days, may increase to a maximum dose of 400 mg/day in 2 divided doses. Pharyngitis, tonsillitis: 10 mg/kg/day for 10 days, may increase to a maximum dose of 200 mg/day in 2 divided doses. Other subjects:
Patients with renal failure with creatinine clearance less than 30 ml/min: once daily dosing No dose adjustment in cirrhotic patients
3. Some notes when using Vexpod 200 mg
Be careful in cases of stomach ulcers, hepatic coma, myasthenia gravis, liver failure, kidney failure,... There are no specific reports on the effects of Vexpod on drivers and machine operators. Store Vexpod 200 mg in a dry place, at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius, away from direct sunlight.
4. Undesirable effects when using Vexpod 200 mg
Patients using Vexpod 200 mg may experience some unwanted effects such as:
Common: abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, headache, rash, urticaria, itching. Uncommon: Allergic reactions, anaphylactic reactions, fever, arthralgia, erythema multiforme, liver enzyme disorders, hepatitis, obstructive jaundice. Rare: Eosinophilia, reversible interstitial nephritis, blood disorders, increased excitability, confusion, trouble sleeping, dizziness. If you experience any unwanted effects during the use of Vexpod 200 mg, the patient should promptly notify the treating doctor for timely instructions.
5. Drug interactions of Vexpod 200 mg
Vexpod drug may interact if used concurrently with the following drugs:
Probenecid: Competing drug leads to inhibition of active tubular secretion of Vexpod, which may increase the half-life and concentration of the drug. Vexpod in the body. Antacids or H2-receptor blockers: when used with Vexpod, the drug concentration will be reduced by 30%. When Vexpod is administered concomitantly with a compound known to be nephrotoxic, renal function should be closely monitored during treatment. Above is all information about the drug Vexpod 200 mg. Patients should carefully read the instructions for use on the packaging to understand the basic information on usage, dosage and important precautions. In addition, following the instructions of the treating doctor will help bring the best treatment effect.
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